The god, having obtained new power, came to the king's side in a new form. Without a doubt, this was of course showing off. But at the same time, this was also the god showing his authority to the world.
"So beautiful!"
Artoria praised Shiroryu's new form from the bottom of her heart. Compared to the previous [Blue-Eyes White Dragon], which was so huge that its wings could cover the entire village, this [White Spirit Dragon] form was actually much "smaller," and its aura was also much more restrained.
Its current size was only that of a three-story small building. Although it was still very large, it no longer gave people the oppressive feeling of "as if a great mountain is coming at you." At the same time, the aura emanating from Shiroryu was no longer so sharp and domineering, but was full of a sacred and solemn charm.
The light released from the white dragon's body completely concealed the dragon's terrifying scales, making it show a more graceful posture—this white dragon floating in the sky now, perhaps, was more like a work of art carved from a super-huge white jade mountain.
"Beautiful? I think it's a bit awkward... but it's true that I've obtained new power."
Shiroryu flapped his wings in the sky. The next moment, a white light fell from his body, landing on the bodies of Artoria and the villagers. This white light was very warm, like a spring breeze blowing on the face, sweeping away the fatigue in the body. At the same time, this light seemed to contain a magical power—Artoria felt this power for a moment and found that it was a defensive blessing, which could greatly improve the blessed person's resistance to "mystery."
"Mmm... it seems to be a bit useful?"
Artoria nodded with some hesitation—she herself was a Red Dragon King and had the highest level of magic resistance. Such a blessing was actually ineffective on her. As for the others... one could only say, what normal person would ask for a blessing of "magic immunity"?
"Of course, this ability is not just that. Its main role is to protect your kingdom, so that those evil forces cannot invade your kingdom," Shiroryu continued to explain.
This was actually the true meaning of the "holy covenant" signed between the [God] and the [Holy King]. The king used the name of the god to gather the hearts of the people, and the god used the authority of the king to extend his power to the present world. From then on, Artoria's kingdom was Shiroryu's sanctuary, and his power could naturally spread to every corner of this kingdom.
"The sanctuary does not tolerate turmoil, the present world does not tolerate violence."
"Those evil magi will no longer be able to carry out any conspiracies in this holy kingdom."
"All evil will have nowhere to hide under the reflection of this holy light."
Translated into human language, that is:
[It's actually a super-large-scale barrier + magic detection radar.]
[People like Merlin will no longer be able to appear and disappear like ghosts, coming and going as they please!]
Artoria, who had already thought of this, instantly raised her head and looked at the white dragon in the sky that was like white jade, her emerald eyes shining:
"Wow~"
"This is so useful!"
...
Shiroryu came quickly and left quickly. He only stayed above this logging team for less than five minutes. But it was these five minutes that were enough to become the talk of the town for the entire second half of the year in this newborn kingdom.
Those who had witnessed the heroic appearance of the dragon god tirelessly told others about that originally very ordinary, but after being told by them, not at all ordinary experience. They spread new legends in the taverns, such as [When we were exhausted, the god suddenly appeared and gave us a sacred white light that could restore our strength]. This made Kay, who could no longer get free drinks, have to wonder if he should go and find that "little dragon" with whom he had a relatively good relationship and see if he could make up a few new jokes.
Internal harmony, everyone full of hope for the future—this was the true portrayal of this new kingdom. But at the same time, the external environment did not seem so peaceful.
"My King, according to our merchants' reports... some very unfavorable rumors about us seem to have arisen in other kingdoms."
Bedivere carefully reported a major event that had recently occurred in Britain to Artoria. But in fact, even if he didn't say it, Artoria knew what it was all about.
Morgan le Fay—this daughter of King Uther, recognized by all the kings, the theoretical first in line to the throne of the kingdom of Camelot, had suddenly raised the banner of Camelot. She stood under the king's banner and publicly declared that Artoria was just a shameful "illegitimate daughter" and had no qualification to inherit the throne of Camelot at all.
At the same time, she used herself as a bet, inviting the eight most powerful kings of the time to "encircle" Artoria and her new kingdom, and proclaimed that she would marry the final victor.
Without a doubt, this was a trap. Artoria, who had communicated with Morgan in advance, understood that her royal sister had gathered all the enemy's forces together. As for the rest... it was to let the world witness the power of the Red Dragon King, to pave the way with the blood and corpses of the false kings, and to help the true King of Britain ascend to the throne!
"But isn't she being a bit too extreme? Even if we succeed in the end... won't her reputation be ruined?"
To be honest, Artoria's heart was very much against this "luring the tiger out of the mountain" plan of Morgan's. She didn't need to use this kind of means to defeat those kings—even if it took a little longer, a little longer process, she would never want to risk her sister's reputation. In Artoria's eyes, such a sacrifice was completely unnecessary.
But Morgan insisted on doing so.
"But think about it from another perspective. What could make a proud and reserved princess abandon her last shred of self-respect? Without a doubt, she really wants those kings to die!"
Merlin sighed, lamenting the princess's pettiness, while secretly reminding himself not to meet with her.
—By the way, because Shiroryu's [Guardian] power had already taken effect, he had knocked on the door to enter today.
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